1995 Amtran Vanguard Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 1995 Amtran Vanguard problems

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Structure: body: door: hinge and attachmentsReported December 1, 1998 · 37,656 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: school buses. The emergency door hinges that consist of steel pin fittings and/or lacklubrication can bind from rust and/or corrosion.
Risk: This could cause difficulty in opening the doors in the event of an emergency.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with a repair kit and installation instructions. The owners can contact an amtran dealer for assistance if they so desire.

Recall number 98V301000 · Recall details

Structure: bodyReported August 28, 1998 · 8,083 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: school buses built with code g47aodm outward opening service door and code g47acdc or g47a5dc manual door control. Certain clothing articles such as draw strings can become lodged between the control rod clevis and the attachment at the door as a person is exiting the bus.
Risk: If the driver is unaware of this situation, the entrance door may be closed, capturing the item in the door. Death or injury could occur to the person exiting the bus.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with a repair kit and installation instructions.

Recall number 98V200000 · Recall details

Visibility: rearview mirrors/devicesReported October 24, 1995 · 495 vehicles affected

What is wrong: These buses have a rearview mirror system that does not meet the viewing requirements of fmvss no. 111, "rearview mirrors."
Risk: Consequence of non-compliance: reduced reflective area on the outside rearview mirror reduces the drivers apparent area of visibility to the rear of the bus increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Two add-on convex mirrors will be provided to the vehicle owner with instructions for mounting. If the owner prefers, he may take the bus to an amtran dealer who will install the mirrors.

Recall number 95V206000 · Recall details

Is the 1995 Amtran Vanguard reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1995 Amtran Vanguard.

What is the most common problem with the 1995 Amtran Vanguard?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1995 Amtran Vanguard have?

3 recalls, covering structure and visibility.

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